NYJO exists to empower young jazz musicians and inspire audiences across the UK through engaging participation projects and impactful live performances.
NYJO exists to empower and inspire young people across the UK through jazz.
NYJO has grown from a single jazz orchestra to a vibrant, varied organisation delivering engaging participation projects and impactful live performances for everyone.
We are committed to supporting and developing musicians of all styles and standards: whether you want to become the next emerging artist or simply play for fun – we’re here for it.
What’s on
NYJO Latin Collective
Event date - January 25, 2025
Locationvenue - Alfie's Soho, London
The NYJO Latin Collective takes part in Soho's Latin Fiesta Week, led by Pablo Barrios on the piano. Tell me more
The Fire Next Time! A Tribute to James Baldwin
Event date - February 2, 2025
Locationvenue - Southbank Centre
Our landmark centenary tribute concert for the influential author James Baldwin returns in 2025. Tell me more
NYJO Latin Collective
Event date - January 25, 2025
Locationvenue - Alfie's Soho, London
The NYJO Latin Collective takes part in Soho's Latin Fiesta Week, led by Pablo Barrios on the piano. Read more
The Fire Next Time! A Tribute to James Baldwin
Event date - February 2, 2025
Locationvenue - Southbank Centre
Our landmark centenary tribute concert for the influential author James Baldwin returns in 2025. Read more
NYJO Learning
NYJO Learning nurtures young musicians through high quality workshops, courses and performance opportunities. We value access, inclusivity and progress at all levels and believe in harnessing the power of musical participation as a tool for personal growth.
News
Discover the Joy of Jazz: First Time Jazz Schools Tour Returns to London
We are thrilled to announce that our ‘First Time Jazz’ schools tour is back, and this time, we are taking jazz to the young people of London. Read more
Recruitment for NYJO U18s First Collective
Our Under 18s programme is growing for 2025: read about opportunities new and existing. Read more
Reimagining Sun Ra, A Project Journey…
As the final notes of our Sun Ra project echo through the cosmos, it’s time to reflect on an extraordinary creative journey which spanned community outreach, learning, and performance... Read more
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